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Fayette Schools spokesperson says decision to not hold classes on solar eclipse day a ‘win-win’
Several Kentucky school districts won’t be holding classes April 8th. For some, it’s due to the solar eclipse, the totality of which will pass through parts of western Kentucky mid-afternoon eastern time. For others, like Fayette County Public Schools, it’s a coincidence, according to spokesperson Dia Davidson-Smith.
Road marking to take place in Fayette County
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WTVQ) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is warning drivers about some upcoming closures because of roadway striping operations. According to a release, crews will be out applying thermoplastic markings on two major roads in Lexington. Thermoplastic is the material used in striping lanes and crosswalks, as well...
Lexington community members, students speak out against arts and journalism cuts in schools
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - With art classes set to be cut from Cassidy Elementary School in Fayette County, several community members and parents are voicing their concerns. Lexington artist Tony Wavy said school art programs helped shape him into who he is today. “It was a space where I could...
Proposed cuts to elective classes in two Fayette schools raise concern among students, parents
Art and journalism are among the courses being considered for cuts. ”It is urgent that such plans are reconsidered,” the editor of Henry Clay High School’s student newspaper recently wrote.
FFA program introduces members to careers in the equine industry
Erick Torres started going to the horse stables when he was just 8 years old. He tagged along with his dad, a professional horse groomer, to help bathe and brush the Thoroughbreds. The experience convinced Torres that he wanted a career working with horses. When he learned that Locust Trace...
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